Congratulations! You now have an 11-week-old little one. At this stage, both you and your baby are starting to find your rhythm. You’ve successfully navigated the 6-week growth spurt, often referred to as the 6-week sleep regression, and it seems like you’re getting a grasp on your baby’s feeding and sleeping habits. If you’re uncertain about the right amount of nourishment for your baby, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) suggests that most infants at this age consume around 2.5 ounces of breastmilk or formula daily for each pound of body weight. However, keep in mind that every baby is unique, and this can fluctuate from day to day.
At 11 weeks, babies typically spend a significant amount of time asleep—around 14 to 17 hours over a 24-hour period, usually in chunks of 2 to 4 hours. For those sleep-deprived parents, there’s a silver lining: many babies start to sleep for longer periods at night this month. They will still wake up for feedings, of course, because they can’t resist Cafe Mámá!
While growth rates can vary, the CDC indicates that the average weight for a 10-week-old boy is about 12.6 pounds, while for girls, it’s roughly 11.5 pounds.
Key Physical, Social, and Cognitive Milestones
It might seem unbelievable now, but soon enough your little one will be talking non-stop, filling your days with chatter. Although they’re not quite there yet, the groundwork for their future language skills is already being established. Don’t hesitate to narrate your daily activities, as it helps develop their verbal abilities. Simple phrases like, “We’re going to eat now,” or “Mommy is changing your diaper,” are perfect. Though maybe skip the part about questioning how one tiny human can create such a mess!
Engaging in “parentese” — that sing-song, stretched-out way of speaking to babies — is actually beneficial. Experts have found that babies prefer this high-pitched communication style (think “Oooooh, you’re so cuuuuuute!”) to regular speech.
Reading together is another wonderful activity to consider. It promotes language development and offers a great bonding experience. Plus, the colorful pictures will captivate your baby’s attention, making it a perfect way to wind down before bedtime. And hey, it gives you a moment to relax too!
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In summary, as your baby reaches the 11-week mark, you can expect them to be sleeping quite a bit, with feeding patterns becoming clearer. Engaging with them through conversation and reading will lay the groundwork for their future communication skills.
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